2003 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 810 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
